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Oakland businesses shut due to crime surge.

Oakland Businesses ⁤Demand Increased Police Presence

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OAN’s Abril Elfi
11:36 AM – Thursday, September 28, 2023

Over 200 businesses in ​Oakland, ⁤California, have participated in a one-day ⁢strike in hopes the city will place more police on the street⁣ due to ‌rising crime rates.

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Oakland⁢ businesses⁢ temporarily shut down on Tuesday afternoon⁢ to demand that⁣ city,​ county, and state leaders do more to‌ safeguard small businesses and community ⁤residents‌ from crime.

Sarah Ryan, the manager of a ⁣Mexican restaurant, told the press that the⁣ shut downs ⁢felt like another pandemic.

“It feels like another​ pandemic,” she said. “We’re calling for people to come in and visit ⁣our business so that we can stay in⁢ business. We ​are ⁤on ‍a ‍street that should be bustling all the time, and the foot traffic is just gone.”

On Tuesday morning, ⁣dozens of merchants and residents held a press conference outside Le Cheval, an Old Oakland Vietnamese restaurant whose owners have decided to close permanently this Saturday after 38 years of operation due to an⁣ increase in vehicle break-ins and⁤ commercial burglaries in the⁣ surrounding area.

Vietnamese Chamber of Commerce⁤ leader Dr. Jennifer Tran said that without⁣ basic safety⁢ there is no community.

“Without basic safety, there⁣ is no business,” Tran said. “Without basic⁢ safety, there is no ⁣community.​ Without ⁢safety, there is no ⁣city. Without basic ‍safety, there‌ is‌ only chaos.”

Reportedly, District⁤ 5 Councilmember Noel Gallo, former Alameda⁤ County District Attorney candidate Terry Wiley, Oakland NAACP president Cynthia Adams, and Calabash ​owner Nigel Jones also spoke‍ at the‍ event.

Former Oakland Mayoral Candidate‍ Loren Taylor‍ and members of Neighbors Together Oakland, a⁢ nonprofit, attended but‍ did not speak at the event.

According to a weekly⁣ crime report released on Monday, the ⁤Oakland Police Department (OPD) has received 1,109 reports of commercial burglaries across the city. ‍This represents a 9%‍ increase⁢ over the‌ number of business​ burglary‌ reports received in the⁢ city‍ during the same period last year.

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How has the increase in vehicle break-ins affected the​ closure of ⁣local ⁣businesses like Le Cheval?

The same time period last year. In ​addition, ⁢there has been a 42% increase in‍ reports ⁣of vehicle break-ins,⁢ with a total of 7,824 incidents reported.

These alarming statistics have left ​business owners and residents​ feeling unsafe and frustrated. They believe that the​ lack of police presence and action has emboldened criminals and led to a ⁢rise in crime rates. The one-day strike was a way for them to‌ bring attention to this issue and demand⁤ immediate action.

The closure of Le Cheval, a beloved ⁣local ​restaurant, serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of⁤ the rising crime rates. ⁢After nearly four decades of operation, ⁢the owners have‌ been forced to close their doors‍ due to frequent vehicle break-ins and commercial burglaries in the surrounding area. This ​closure not only ⁢affects the business owners but also the community ⁤that relied on it as a gathering place.

During the press conference, Dr. Jennifer Tran, leader of the Vietnamese Chamber of Commerce, emphasized the importance of basic safety in maintaining a thriving community. She stated that without safety, there is no business, ‍no ⁢community, and ultimately no city. Her⁤ words resonated with the business owners and⁢ residents who have​ been living in fear and uncertainty.

The event also saw the‍ participation of⁤ prominent local figures, including District 5 Councilmember Noel Gallo and ⁤former Alameda County District Attorney candidate Terry Wiley. Their presence at the event⁤ highlights the seriousness of the issue and​ the urgency‌ for action. The support and solidarity shown by community leaders give hope to the ⁤businesses and⁢ residents who are demanding change.

The weekly crime report released⁣ by the⁣ Oakland Police Department further accentuates the need for increased police presence.⁣ With over 1,100 reports of commercial burglaries and a significant increase in vehicle break-ins, ⁣it is evident that immediate intervention is required. The​ business owners and residents are‌ calling on city, county, and ‍state leaders to prioritize their safety⁤ and take tangible steps to address the escalating crime rates.

The one-day strike was a powerful⁤ statement from​ the Oakland businesses, showcasing their determination and unity in demanding their right to safety⁤ and security. It is now up to the city⁢ and‍ its leaders to respond effectively to their demands⁢ and ensure ⁢the well-being of their communities.

As ​Oakland grapples with ‌the consequences of rising crime ⁤rates, it is ⁢crucial for all stakeholders to ⁣come together and find‌ sustainable solutions. Increased ⁣police presence, ⁣improved community⁢ engagement, and enhanced security measures are ‍just a few potential steps that can be taken to address the issue. By‌ working ⁤together, Oakland​ can regain its reputation as a thriving and safe city for businesses and residents alike.

The one-day strike may​ have been a temporary closure, but it represented a much ⁣larger issue ⁤that needs to be urgently addressed.‌ The businesses of Oakland have made their demands clear, and now it ‍is time for‌ the ‌city to listen⁣ and act. The safety and security of the community should be the top priority, and it is imperative that adequate measures ⁤are implemented to restore peace and ‍prosperity to ⁢Oakland.


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